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CLIF SHOT BLOKS Review Energy Chews

November 10, 2020 By Holly Hammersmith

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In the past I had the opportunity to try CLIF SHOT BLOKS and write up a CLIF SHOT BLOKS review. These gummy energy chews are made by CLIF Bar & Company, which is the same company that makes other popular foods for athletes including CLIF Bars and LUNA Bars.

These are energy chews designed for running. They are low calorie and designed to be easy to digest while exercising. The company changed the name to CLIF BLOKS in recent years, removing the SHOT part. My full product review is below.

CLIF SHOT BLOKS Review

CLIF SHOT BLOKS Review

About CLIF SHOT BLOKS

This is a description of the product directly from the manufacturer website:

“CLIF SHOT BLOKS Energy Chews provide an optimum balance of carbohydrates and electrolytes. They’re easy to chew and to use with their convenient, performance-friendly packaging. CLIF SHOT BLOKS come in eight flavors. They are usually priced per packet or you can buy them in bulk for less.”

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CLIF BLOKS Review

Taste

I tried three packs of the CLIF SHOT BLOKS (Black Cherry, Citrus and Mountain Berry) and didn’t have any complaints. I was especially partial to the CLIF SHOT BLOKS with caffeine in them, as many readers know I’m a coffee lover at heart.

The blocks come caffeine-free, with a half-serving of caffeine added, or full strength with a full-serving of caffeine. As a kid was never really into “gummy worms” or the like, but I actually enjoyed the taste and texture of the CLIF SHOT BLOKS.

There are similar in consistency to a gummy, chew or gummy vitamin. They are shaped like a small square. They are designed to be a small burst of energy and you can eat as many, or as few, chews as you need during your workout or race.

As you can see in the photo below, there are a lot of different flavors. You can buy these in a variety pack to try all of the flavors or simply purchase the flavors you think you would most enjoy.

CLIF SHOT BLOKS Review

Function

Typically an athlete would use these CLIF SHOT BLOKS as fuel on a long run or endurance event. While I haven’t tried the CLIF SHOT BLOKS out yet in any races, I used them during two of my long runs (7 and 8 miles each) and have had no issues.

I can’t say I felt any “jolt” of energy from the CLIF SHOT BLOKS, but I also wasn’t dragging. Later I did use these energy chews for my half-marathon. I had some during the race and actually had one before the race because while I ate breakfast I had to get to the race so early that it had already been a few hours since my breakfast until when the race actually started.

A lot of runners use gels when they run, and I have too. The chews might be preferable if you want something a little quicker. It’s really a matter of preference.

Also, similar to the energy gels many runners use, the chews are designed for quick and easy digestion. It can be hard to eat whole foods while running at the same time or when in a longer-distance endurance event.

I have often found directly after running I’m still not hungry and it takes some time for my body to adjust and build up an appetite again. I don’t think many runners use the energy chews because they are hungry but more as a preventative to hunger and to keep their body running optimally during their endurance event.

CLIF SHOT BLOKS Review

Nutrition

During the course of my CLIF SHOT BLOKS review, I learned they mostly contain carbohydrates for fuel. They come in a 6-pack which is two servings. Each serving is 100 calories each, or the equivalent of one typical energy gel. Each chew is about 33 calories by itself.

After writing this review I began buying CLIF SHOT BLOKS on my own and continue to use them during long runs and when I run half-marathons. I haven’t found a flavor I do not like, but if you are trying CLIF SHOT BLOKS for the first time I would recommend trying the CLIF SHOT BLOKS variety pack to find your favorite flavors.

As I mentioned some of the running chews contain caffeine but not all. All of the chews also contain electrolytes to help keep the body hydrated. Many athletes lose electrolytes and sweat heavily during their events.

CLIF SHOTS

CLIF SHOT BLOKS Review

In Summary

CLIF SHOT BLOKS are an energy option for runners and endurance athletes alike. You do not need to be a runner to use these. They could work well for cyclists and other endurance athletes as well. They are portable and come in convenient packaging so if you only want to eat one or two chews you can easily keep the rest in the package.

Have you tried energy chews for running?

Disclosure: I am not compensated for product reviews, unless otherwise stated. I was given a free sample of the product in exchange for writing a CLIF SHOT BLOKS review. Some links within this post are affiliate links.




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About Holly Hammersmith

Holly Hammersmith is an independent writer and editor. She blogs about how to keep a healthy home and lifestyle. Topics include wellness, household, saving money, gardening and more. Holly lives in Cleveland, Ohio, with her husband, daughter and rescue dog Lulu.

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  1. kimi says

    September 6, 2011 at 1:55 PM

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    September 6, 2011 at 1:54 PM

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    September 6, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    I learned that Clif is helping to build trails… now that is cool!

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    September 6, 2011 at 1:52 PM

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  7. Laurie says

    September 3, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    I didn’t know Clif had a foundation and a winery! Too cool! I love the Clif shots – got a sample from my local Fleet Feet – but had no idea they had all those flavors! Yum!

  8. Laurie says

    September 3, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Tweeted your giveaway.

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    Following you on twitter

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    September 1, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    i didn’t know how organic they really are. i’ve been the logo on the bars but didn’t know how extensive they followed it!

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    I already follow you in twitter!

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    I’ve liked them on FB for a loooong time…

  20. Erik says

    September 1, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    I leanred they have a new flavor of Mojo Bars (I love those bars…) Chocolate Almond Coconut! I usually go through 2 of these along with 4 of their Gels on my long runs

  21. Erik says

    September 1, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    I follow RBR

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    I visited the Clif Bar website and learned all about their ‘food philosophy’~!

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  37. Elle says

    August 31, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    I didn’t know that CLIF bar and LUNA bar were the same company.

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    I subscribed to your feeds… cannot see how else to follow your blog.

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  39. Sarah OUaL says

    August 31, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    I freaking love the margarita shot bloks!!!!!

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    I learned that Clif uses organic ingredients. I love all of their products and they are good for me!

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    August 31, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    I’m a follower.

  44. meg says

    August 31, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    I had no idea Clif uses only organic ingredients – definitely learned that key fact on the website today! I’d love to try shot blocks on my long runs.

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  48. Heather says

    August 31, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    I also tweeted about the giveaway even though it lessens my chances to win. I love Clif shot blocks!!

  49. Heather says

    August 31, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    I already follow you on twitter. 🙂

  50. Heather says

    August 31, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    I had no idea that Clif had an official marathon pace team. Pacers rock!

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    August 31, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    I didn’t know Clif made Luna bars! Love Luna bars!!

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  56. karen F says

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  57. karen F says

    August 31, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    I had no idea the blocks came caffinated! Ive only seen the noncaffinated ones here! I am so excited!! I love me a jolt midrun!

  58. karen F says

    August 31, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    Im a follower!

  59. Kiley @ DailyVitaminF says

    August 31, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    I posted this giveaway on my blog

  60. Kiley @ DailyVitaminF says

    August 31, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    I didn’t know they made an energy bar for kids! That’s pretty cool

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    August 31, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    I’m a follower!

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    I liked them on FB

  64. Suzanne says

    August 31, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    I didn’t realize they were such big supporters of buying organic. 100 million pounds of organics purchased since 2003 is a lot!

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    I’m already a follower!

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    August 31, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    I had no clue there was a clif family winery!

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    August 31, 2011 at 10:49 AM

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    August 31, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    I blogged about the giveaway!!

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  72. Jessica B. says

    August 31, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    I tweeted, although I wish I didn’t, it’s going to ruin my chances!

  73. Britton says

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    I like Clif Bar on facebook!

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  76. Jessica B. says

    August 31, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    I am slow, how did I not know they made Luna bars. Duh!

  77. Britton says

    August 31, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    I learned that Clif has energy gels that are new and improved! I didn’t really know they even made energy gels. I will have to try them out!! 🙂 What a great giveaway!! I would love to try out all the Shot Bloks flavors.

  78. Britton says

    August 31, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    I am a follower!!!

  79. Jessica B. says

    August 31, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    I am a follower

  80. Vanessa @ Gourmet Runner says

    August 31, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    I just discovered the “C” bars on the website–I’ve never seen those before!

  81. Vanessa @ Gourmet Runner says

    August 31, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    And I like Clif Bar on FB!

  82. Vanessa @ Gourmet Runner says

    August 31, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    I follow your blog!

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    August 31, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    I tweeted!

  84. emily says

    August 31, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    I am a twitter follower

  85. emily says

    August 31, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    I visited the Clif website and, wow, I never realized how many products they have…even some for kids!

  86. emily says

    August 31, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    I follow RBR



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